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Creating a Character: The Moni Yakim Legacy

"Some stars prepare others for the spotlight"

What do Jessica Chastain, Viola Davis, Patti LuPone and Alex Sharp have in common? They are but a few of the extraordinary actors who have studied under Moni Yakim at Juilliard, United States' greatest performing arts school. This compelling portrait of the master teacher - the sole remaining founder of the school's legendary Drama Division - takes us inside the drama classes where Moni and his wife Mina pour their love and passion into preparing the next generation of actors for the spotlight.

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  • Oscar Isaac

    Oscar Isaac

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  • Jessica Chastain

    Jessica Chastain

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  • Laura Linney

    Laura Linney

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  • Anthony Mackie

    Anthony Mackie

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  • Michael Urie

    Michael Urie

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  • Alex Sharp

    Alex Sharp

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  • Kevin Kline

    Kevin Kline

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  • Michael Stuhlbarg

    Michael Stuhlbarg

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Overview

What do Jessica Chastain, Viola Davis, Patti LuPone and Alex Sharp have in common? They are but a few of the extraordinary actors who have studied under Moni Yakim at Juilliard, United States' greatest performing arts school. This compelling portrait of the master teacher - the sole remaining founder of the school's legendary Drama Division - takes us inside the drama classes where Moni and his wife Mina pour their love and passion into preparing the next generation of actors for the spotlight.

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